THE NOVEMBER 2017 SELECTION

£16.99 x 2 £12.99 x 2 Chateau du Hureau Saumur Blanc Sec Domaine Bott Geyl Alsace Les Points Argile 2015, Loire, Cardinaux Metiss, Alsace, France

Metiss is a rich, aromatic, well-balanced white Historically the Chenin was the King of the made up of 35 percent each Pinot Blanc and grape varieties planted on the banks of the Pinot Auxerrois, and 15 percent each Loire, but little by little it has been usurped by and . That last, a red grape of course, the and more recently the is used in the traditional "blanc de noirs" ("white white grape, . These days from blacks") method in which the colour- those golden grapes of are fast carrying grape skins are removed from the are becoming a rarity in the Saumur fermenting before any tinge of red Champigny . Chateau du Hureau appears. Full bodied and textural, this wine is plan to not let them become forgotten. classic with meaty fish and poultry.

Serving temp: chilled 12°c Suggested food match: Seafood or Chilled as an Aperitif Serving temp: chilled 12°c Suggested food match: Seafood and poultry (with some spice) £11.29 x 2 Pajzos "T" 2016, Tokaji,

Wines created in the Wine Region have a unique character, a distinct minerality. They have a wonderfully taut acid structure and offer perfect for a light or a heavier meal or simply to enjoy during a pleasant lunch. The Pajzos estate Furmint is very clean and fresh, the scent of a dewy spring meadow with some mango inflections. The acid character of the Furmint is restrained with a little creaminess.

This wine is an excellent choice with grilled poultry, fish and cheese dishes, grilled cheese with green salad.

Serving temp: chilled 10-12° Suggested food match: fried fish, Poultry, grilled chesse

£9.99 x 2 £12.95 x 2 Chateau de Lascaux Cavalier Rouge Château Manoir du Gravoux 2012 Vacquieres, France Bordeaux, France

50% , 40% and This is an approachable fine wine, with 10% . Bright red with glimmering purple great fruit character and elegant tannins. reflections. Intense nose of fresh red fruits. A sense of freshness in the mouth, medium Plush-edged plum sauce and blackberry to full bodied, balanced and round with coulis flavours glide along here, laced with traces of minerality. subtle anise and charcoal hints. A toasty

Works wonderfully with beef skewers, fillet backdrop on the finish adds weight without of lamb, soft cheeses and olives. being cumbersome.

Serving temp: room temperature 16-18°c Serving temp: room temperature 16-18°c Suggested food match: red meats, cheese and stews Suggested food match: roast lamb, red meats

£21.00 x 2

Boekenhoutskloof Chocolate Block 2015, Swatland, South Africa

Our most popular wine in its price bracket. The Chocolate Block 2015 is a blend of Syrah (71%); Noir (15%); Cabernet Sauvignon (8%); Cinsault (5%) and Viognier (1%). From renowned South African Boekenhoutskloof, named Winery of the Year in 2012 by influential South African journalist John Platter. This is unique in the sense that all the grapes for our blend are now grown in the Swartland, hence its wine of origin certification.

Serving temp: room temperature 16-18°c. Decant for 1 Hour Suggested food match: pizza, charcuterie, cheese and chocolate

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